Emperor Shizong of Liao

Emperor Shizong of Liao (29 January 919-7 October 951) was the Emperor of the Liao dynasty from 16 May 947 to 7 October 951, succeeding Emperor Taizong of Liao and preceding Emperor Muzong of Liao.

Biography
Ruan Liao was born on 29 January 919, the son of Prince Bei. He was from the Khitan Buddhist House of Liao, and he was the grandson of its original founder, Abaoji. Ruan became "Emperor Shizong" on the death of his uncle, Emperor Taizong of Liao, during a campaign in China in 947. He quickly gained the support of the army leaders while accompanying his uncle, and he was known for his martial prowess. In 951 he resisted Chinese advances from the south, but a rebellious nephew killed him that year in an attempt to usurp the throne, dying at the age of 33 after only four years of reigning.